The foundation was excavated to pour concrete pads beneath the stones to provide additional support. The original foundation was laid above the frost line, allowing minor movement . and interior wall cracks, during the freeze/thaw cycle.

The stone foundation of Koerner house is above the frost line allowing slight movement caused by the freeze and thaw cycle. The foundation was excavated in July of 2008 and concrete pads were poured beneath the stones to prevent movement and cracks on interior walls.

Strengthening the foundation